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Youth Economic Chamber of Monaco (Jeune Chambre Economique de Monaco).
New President of Youth Economic Chamber of Monaco and other Monaco news
Last week was as always busy in Monaco and here we selected for you the most interesting news, in case you missed them.
24 Feb, 2018
Lemon Festival in Menton (Fête du citron)
85th Lemon Festival in Menton: unimaginable what lemons can turn into!
If life gives you lemons, make lemonade, or, alternatively... try to create some exciting citrus sculptures. The event is all about the juiciest festival in the region, namely the Lemon Festival in Menton (Fête du citron) born back in 1934.
24 Feb, 2018
The 2nd Princess Charlene of Monaco Charity Horse Race: Everyone’s a Winner!
In the stunning setting of the Monaco Yacht Club, Gareth Wittstock (Princess Charlene’s brother) and François Forcioli-Conti (President of the Côte d'Azur Racing Society) drew names for the 2nd Princess Charlene of Monaco Charity Race. Sixteen race horseswere paired with sixteen charities from France, Monaco and the Côte d’Azur.
24 Feb, 2018
Jewellery robberies
Jewellery Stores in La Croisette Draw Attention
There have been a series of jewellery robberies over the past months around La Croisette in Cannes with hauls ranging from 1 million to 15 million euros following one giant heist of over 100 million euros a few years back in 2013.
23 Feb, 2018
Monaco Sea Fishing Federation: Protecting the Bluefin Tuna
Restoring prestige to fishing in the Principality and on its coastline is the goal of the Monaco Sea Fishing Federation. In March 2017, Guillaume Benoit and David Gamba took over the reins of the Federation, which had remained dormant since 1991.
23 Feb, 2018
Benedict Cumberbatch will come to Monaco
The Laureus Sports Awards are just around the corner and Benedict Cumberbatch will be hosting the event in Monte Carlo.
23 Feb, 2018
Monaco Globe Series
1st Monaco Globe Series
Yacht Club de Monaco takes to the high seas with launch of first IMOCA offshore race in the Mediterranean Now established as a one-design winter base through its organisation of the Monaco Sportsboat Winter Series, attracting some 100 international teams, the Yacht Club de Monaco, under the presidency of.
22 Feb, 2018
Work at Jardins d’Apolline
Start of work announced at Jardins d’Apolline
This week, Albert Croesi, lead manager for the Minister of State on the Apolline issue, announced the setting up of the construction site for work to commence at the Jardins d’Apolline. From this week, fencing is being erected behind the buildings.
22 Feb, 2018
Coface
Monaco Economic Board – Already Prospering in 2018 Following Success in 2017
More than 300 members presented themselves at the Monaco Economic Board’s initial networking Members Meeting at the beginning of February 2018 attracting 220 companies doing business the Principality, from 16 industries. Chairman Michel Dotta gave an overview of 2017 and highlighted MEB activities this year.
22 Feb, 2018
AS Monaco Wins Third Consecutive Leaders Cup!
Monaco won their third consecutive Leaders Cup after dominating Le Mans (83-78) at Disneyland Paris.  The team managed to procure an unbelievable hat trick, remaining undefeated in their third victory in as many participations in the Leaders Cup competition.
21 Feb, 2018
International Philanthropy Summit
International Philanthropy Summit held in Monaco
The inaugural International Philanthropy Summit was held in Monaco, in Auditorium Rainier III on 15 February 2018. The summit assembled distinguished philanthropists, thought leaders and entrepreneurs from Germany, France, UK, Russia and Monaco to review key philanthropic trends, discuss current issues and prospectives of effectively managed global philanthropy.
21 Feb, 2018
Monaco view
Filming ‘La Maison France 5’ in Monaco
For the first time, an episode of the show ‘La Maison France 5’, presented by Stéphane Thébaut, was shot in the Principality. A superb opportunity to highlight the heritage of Monaco and the talent of local artisans.
20 Feb, 2018
Monaco Attracts Another Global Brand “Forbes”
Forbes Media is launching a Monaco international edition, in partnership with Vizio Publishing. Paul Trustfull, who previously served as editor of Forbes Afrique, will serve as editor-in-chief of Forbes Monaco. The international edition for Monaco will have print and online publications.
20 Feb, 2018
Launched: A Special Campaign for Donations Toward the Prince’s 60th Birthday
At an extraordinary meeting of the Monaco town council the Mayor has launched a special initiative to commemorate the 60th birthday of Prince Albert. Monegasques will be given the opportunity to celebrate the Prince’s birthday on March 14th and at the same time demonstrate their devotion to their sovereign.
20 Feb, 2018
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